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Academic Standards

 

Learning Objective: 

Children will identify and discuss important fire safety rules.

 

Health and Safety Focus:

fire safety

 

Page 4 Skill:

maps

 

Vocabulary:

experts

 

CCSS (and states that have similar standards):

RI.K.1 key details, RI.K.4 vocabulary, RI.K.7 use visuals, RL.K.1 key details (literature), SL.K.1 collaborative discussions, SL.K.2 confirm understanding by answering questions

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Watch the video

Build background knowledge about fire safety by watching “Be Fire Safe.” When you’re done watching, ask the following question: What is one thing you can do to be fire safe?

Preview new vocabulary words

Project the online vocabulary slideshow and introduce this issue’s featured word.

Set a purpose for reading

  • Have students do a picture walk through the issue. Then read and discuss the cover.
  • Then, before turning to page 2, say, “As we read the article, think about why fire safety is important."
  • Stop after reading each box to discuss why the rule is important. For example, you should not touch hot things because you could get hurt; you should not touch lighters or matches because they can start fires.
  • When you get to the sidebar, have children write their name in the badge and color it. (You can also have them do it at home.)
  • Complete the page 4 activity as a group or individually.
  • When you’re done reading, do the Dance Break!

Play the online game: Search and Find Firehouse

(skill: visual discrimination, vocabulary)

Complete a hands-on activity: I'm a Firefighter!

Children learn about firefighter gear as they complete a firefighting self-portrait. (skill: art, vocabulary)

Read a paired text: No Dragons for Tea 

No Dragons for Tea by Jean E. Pendziwol shows kids that learning about fire safety can be fun!